Premier League team news: predicted lineups for the weekend action

Chelsea is reportedly interested in signing Sunderland midfielder Noah Sadiki, a 20-year-old Premier League talent, as the January transfer window approaches, with Manchester United also in the mix for the player's signature according to Sky Sport CH.

Pep Guardiola's passion for Manchester City remains unwavering as he aims to reclaim the Premier League title, according to Kolo Toure, his deputy. Toure, who has experience winning the league with Arsenal and was part of City's 2012 title-winning squad, emphasized Guardiola's enthusiasm during this competitive season.

Wolverhampton Wanderers' head coach Rob Edwards has indicated that the team, currently winless in the Premier League, may face further challenges ahead. This follows a difficult start to his tenure, marked by a 2-0 defeat against Crystal Palace, leaving the club at the bottom of the league table with only two points from 11 matches.

The Women’s Super League (WSL) is set to review its broadcast slots following disappointing viewing figures, with an average of 59,000 viewers for a recent Sky Sports match, significantly lower than previous games. This review will involve discussions with main rights holders, Sky and BBC, at the end of the season.

This weekend in the Premier League, attention is drawn to key players like Gabriel Jesus and Mohamed Salah, with Chelsea facing Everton amid ongoing concerns about their consistency against smaller teams. Chelsea's recent performances have been mixed, showcasing their ability to rise to big occasions while struggling against teams that employ deep defensive strategies.

On a thrilling night of Champions League football, Manchester City defeated Real Madrid, Arsenal secured a comfortable win against Brugge, and Athletic Bilbao held PSG to a draw, showcasing standout performances from Erling Haaland, Unai Simon, and Arsenal's squad. This victory deepens the pressure on Real Madrid's coach Xabi Alonso amidst their recent struggles.

In a dramatic finish, Alejandro Grimaldo scored a late equalizer for Bayer Leverkusen against Newcastle, denying the latter a comeback victory in their Champions League match. Grimaldo's goal came in the 88th minute, following a well-constructed play initiated by him, which left Newcastle fans in disbelief as they celebrated prematurely. The match highlighted the competitive nature of the tournament, with Leverkusen securing a crucial point.

Arsenal achieved a significant milestone by winning their sixth consecutive match in the Champions League, with Noni Madueke scoring twice in a 2-0 victory against Club Brugge. This performance marked a notable moment for both Madueke and Gabriel Martinelli, who contributed to the team's success. The win solidifies Arsenal's position as one of the few English teams to start a European campaign with six straight victories.